BD is seeking a transformative and execution focused leader to serve as Vice President of R&D for its $2B+ Advanced Access Devices (AAD) and Peripheral Intravenous Catheter (PIVC) portfolio to drive innovation, executional excellence, and customer-centric product development to improve patient outcomes worldwide.
Requirements
- 15+ years of progressive experience in medical device R&D, with at least 5 years in a leadership role
- Deep understanding of vascular access technologies, infusion therapy, and related clinical environments
- Previous experience with heavy consumable/disposable medical devices.
- Strong grasp of global regulatory requirements and design control processes.
- Experience, at scale, with catheter technologies, infusion systems, or vascular access platforms.
- Demonstrated ability to lead in matrixed, global organizations.
- Track record of delivering customer-centric innovations that drive market growth.
Responsibilities
- Oversee the full product development lifecycle, from concept through commercialization. Ensuring technical rigor, process discipline, and cross-functional alignment.
- Champion the Global Product Development System (GPDS) and drive and an execution excellence mindset
- Partner in innovation pipeline development, including early-stage concept development, technology scouting, and advanced development
- Leverage digital technologies, data analytics, and AI/ML where applicable to enhance product performance and clinical outcomes.
- Build and sustain a robust innovation pipeline for the Advanced Access Devices and PIVC platforms.
- Identify unmet clinical needs, emerging technologies, and market opportunities to shape BD’s long-term innovation strategy
- Focus on truly engaging and visiting our customers to inform innovation and product development integrating diverse perspectives, clinical insights, and market intelligence.
Other
- Define and communicate a compelling, patient-centered vision that aligns with BD’s mission to advance the world of health.
- Lead and align global R&D teams fostering a culture of collaborative execution across geographies.
- Act as a change agent, driving transformation and agility within the R&D organization.
- Inspire teams to challenge the status quo and embrace bold innovation
- Attract, develop, and retain top-tier talent across global sites. Build a strong leadership pipeline and technical bench through mentorship, career development, and a compelling employee value proposition.
